FHP urges caution in smokey area

Wednesday

Motorists may encounter smoke throughout the night in the areas of State 77, Grassy Point Road and surrounding county roadways due to a brush fire burning in the area, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Motorists may encounter smoke throughout the night in the areas of State 77, Grassy Point Road and surrounding county roadways due to a brush fire burning in the area, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Motorists are urged to use caution when traveling in the area. Visibility may deteriorate quickly if fog and smoke combine, especially at night and in the early morning hours.

Motorists in the area should drive with care, by reducing their speed, watching for advisory signs and using headlights on low beam in situations of reduced visibility. They also may want to consider an alternate route if necessary.

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